Installation Procedure
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- Install NEW intake manifold gaskets (1) to the intake manifold.
- Install the intake manifold.
- Apply a 5 mm (0.20 in) band of threadlock GM P/N 12345382 (Canadian P/N 10953489), or equivalent to the threads of the intake manifold bolts.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
- Tighten the intake manifold bolts.
Tighten
- 4.1. Tighten the bolts a first pass in sequence to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- 4.2. Tighten the bolts a final pass in sequence to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the EVAP purge solenoid (3), isolator (1), and bolt (2) to the intake manifold.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the EVAP purge solenoid vent tube to the solenoid (1) and vapor pipe (2).
IMPORTANT: Lightly coat the MAP sensor seal with clean engine oil before installing.
- Install the MAP sensor to the intake manifold.
- Install the PCV hose with valve.
- If equipped with vacuum assisted brakes, install the vacuum brake booster hose to the rear of the intake manifold.
- Route the electrical harness into position over the engine.
- Connect the knock sensor harness electrical connector to the intake manifold.
- Connect the following electrical connectors.
- MAP sensor (1)
- Knock sensor (2)
- Install the fuel injectors. See FUEL RAIL AND INJECTORS in ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Install the throttle body. Refer to THROTTLE BODY (4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L). .